Prepare your baggage
Customize your trip with the baggage you need
<div><div style="background:#fff;padding:1.25rem 1.5rem;border-radius:1rem;box-shadow:0 0.125rem 0.75rem rgba(27,27,27,0.15);"><h3 style="font-size:1.25rem;font-weight:700;color:#1b1b1b;margin:0 0 0.5rem;">Personal item</h3>This can be a small backpack, purse, diaper bag or laptop bag. <ul> <br><li><strong>Maximum dimensions:</strong> 45 x 35 x 20 cm (18", 14", 8") height, length, and width.</li><li>Make sure you can place it under the seat in front of you.</li><li>All of our <a href="/en/destination-and-offers/fare-bundles/">fares</a> allow you to bring a personal item for free. Learn about the <a href="https://ayuda.avianca.com/hc/en-us/articles/13080081545243">conditions</a>.</li></ul></div></div>
<div><div style="background:#fff;padding:1.25rem 1.5rem;border-radius:1rem;box-shadow:0 0.125rem 0.75rem rgba(27,27,27,0.15);"><h3 style="font-size:1.25rem;font-weight:700;color:#1b1b1b;margin:0 0 0.5rem;">Carry-on baggage</h3>You can bring it with you in the aircraft cabin and place it in the overhead compartment. <ul> <br><li><strong>Maximum dimensions:</strong> 55 x 35 x 25 cm (22", 14", 10") height, length, and width, including wheels and handles.</li><li><strong>Maximum weight:</strong> 10 kg (22 lb). If your carry-on baggage does not meet the conditions, it must be registered as checked baggage.</li><li>Included in all <a href="/en/destination-and-offers/fare-bundles/">fares</a> except for Basic. Learn more about <a href="https://ayuda.avianca.com/hc/en-us/sections/13467208526619">carry-on baggage</a>.</li></ul></div></div>
<div><div style="background:#fff;padding:1.25rem 1.5rem;border-radius:1rem;box-shadow:0 0.125rem 0.75rem rgba(27,27,27,0.15);"><h3 style="font-size:1.25rem;font-weight:700;color:#1b1b1b;margin:0 0 0.5rem;">Checked baggage</h3><p>Check it in at the airport counter before proceeding to the boarding lounge.</p><ul><li><div> <strong>Maximum dimensions:</strong> must not exceed 158 cm (62") in total dimension (length + width + height). </div></li><li><div> <strong>Maximum weight:</strong> 23 kg (50 lb) in Economy class and 32 kg (70 lb) in Business Class. </div></li><li>The Classic, Flex, and Business <a href="/en/destination-and-offers/fare-bundles/">fares</a> include this baggage. </li><li> Learn more about <a href="https://ayuda.avianca.com/hc/en-us/sections/13768649925787">checked baggage</a>. If you are a <span> </span><strong>Lifemiles elite, Smiles or Star Alliance Gold member</strong>, <a href="/en/information-and-help/baggage/elite-baggage/">check</a> your additional baggage allowance based on your status.</li></ul></div></div>
<div class="footnote"><ul class="context-footnote" style="font-size:12px;color:#666;line-height:1.8;list-style:disc inside;padding-left:0;"> <li>If you’re flying with a Classic, Flex, or Business fare, you may substitute your first included baggage piece with a piece of sports equipment. Remember, this item must not exceed 23 kg (50 lb) and 158 cm (62 in) in total dimensions. Otherwise, overweight or oversize baggage charges will apply.</li> <li>For international flights departing from Bogotá, wrapped baggage will not be accepted due to the difficulties it causes during inspection and security procedures carried out by authorities.</li> </ul></div>
Keep in mind before your flight
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Special baggage
Check the conditions for carrying sports equipment, musical instruments, weapons and more.
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Baggage that exceeds the weight or size limits may be considered for an additional charge.
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Liquids
Please note that you may bring liquids not exceeding 100 ml in your carry-on baggage.
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Restricted items
Identify restricted items in your baggage posing risks to health, safety, and the aircraft.
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- In case of excess baggage, the airline performing the check-in will charge the corresponding amount to the final destination. Showing your proof of payment will help you avoid additional charges on connecting flights.
- Each airline may apply its own carry-on baggage policy regarding the number of pieces, dimensions, and weight. It is necessary to check the baggage policies of the airlines operating each segment before flying.
- Learn about the baggage policy when traveling with partner airlines.
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